Does ANYONE know where I can find a retired handyman /carpenter

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I'm looking for a retired handyman /carpenter to help me restore a small farmhouse.I have looked on Craigslist,paper shop,ran ads in my hometown papers this far nothing.I also called some senior centers as well.Can anyone think of some sites on line or other free sites I can place an ad on?I LIVE IN WAYNE COUNTY PA.And am hoping to find a retired or semi retired person that is on a fixed income looking to make some extra 💲 💰 💸C A S H !

KW · Answer

Try HomeAdvisor.com ...it's free and you will get reviews from people who have actually hired the person. :)

Joanne lueke · Answer

Do you have a senior center or a Habitat for Humanity in your area. Very often you can find people who would love to help you out and have the skills to do so. Best of luck!

Naomie Moore aka baileyanddaisey, Castaic CA · Answer

I found my current handyman by referral on Nextdoor.com. Here is another site:

https://www.thumbtack.com/k/handyman/near-me/

I have never used this service so I can't vouch for reliability. In my area Angie's List and Home Advisor have not been great. Maybe worth a try where you live though.

Shore grandmom · Answer

Have you tried your church? If there is no one there that fits the bill, maybe someone knows a person to help you. And you can look for retired carpenters, builders, etc. Good luck.

Betsy · Answer

Some high schools have building classes at their votech centres. Maybe some of the more advanced kids can help. If you don't have one of those around, mayhaps you can contact a local builders union to see if they have anyone who is retired and looking for extra work.

Chubby58 · Answer

Check with your local fire department, believe it or not, lots of firefighters are plumbers, electricians and carpenters. My neighbors huge garage was built by fire fighters, who did it on the side or whenever they were off during the week. They did a fantastic job.

Emily · Answer

You should probably try to get a regular carpenter. A retired person will not work for any less than they, if they are skilled. Also many older people do not want to climb ladders. Is there a particular reason you want a retired person?

Ellis · Answer

Ask at a local lumberyard (not the big box stores) for the names of people who do carpentry work. I found a very fine older carpenter this way, he had left his name and phone number at the service desk.

Edean · Answer

Will also try the lumber yard thank you

Betsy · Answer

Hey Edean, don't know about your area, but sometimes, in this area, the firemen and policemen do some moonlighting in this field, or know someone who does. Try asking them. Remember, a no is better than a missed yes:) Good luck getting help.

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